Chiang Mai is one of the best places in Asia to roll out a mat. It has studios for every style, classes you can drop into for a few hundred baht, internationally recognised teacher trainings at a fraction of Western prices, and a warm community that draws practitioners from around the world. Whether you want a single class on holiday or to spend months deepening your practice, this guide covers the studios, the styles, and how to find your class.
For the wider scene, see our wellness hub; for the stiller side, our meditation guide.
The studios
- Wild Rose Yoga: A popular, well-loved studio with a varied schedule across styles, a favourite for drop-ins.
- Freedom Yoga Studio: A welcoming studio with a range of classes.
- Satva Yoga: A characterful studio for drop-ins and courses.
- Bliss Within Yoga Center and Yoga Ananda: Two more established, friendly studios.
- Wise Living Yoga Academy: Known for Ashtanga and teacher training.
- Chiangmai Yoga and Blue Garden: Others worth a look, the latter also teaching massage.
Try a few to find the teachers, style, and atmosphere that suit you.
The styles
| Style | What it is |
|---|---|
| Hatha | Slower, foundational postures and breath |
| Vinyasa | Flowing, breath-linked movement |
| Ashtanga | A set, vigorous sequence; disciplined |
| Yin / Restorative | Gentle, long-held, deeply relaxing |
| Specialised | Hot, aerial, prenatal, meditation-focused |
What it costs
- Drop-in class: ฿200 to ฿400 (mats usually provided).
- Class pass / monthly: better value for regular practice, often ฿2,000 to ฿4,000 a month.
- 200-hour teacher training: typically ฿30,000 to ฿60,000+ over several weeks.
Teacher training
Chiang Mai is a popular, affordable place to do a Yoga Alliance-recognised 200-hour (or 300-hour) teacher training, with schools like Wise Living and others running multi-week courses covering asana, anatomy, philosophy, and teaching practice. The calm setting, supportive community, and lower cost make it attractive. As with any YTT, research the school, lineage, teachers, and recent reviews carefully before committing; this is a serious investment of time and money.
Tips
- Check schedules online or on studio social media; timetables vary by day and style.
- Arrive 10 to 15 minutes early to register, especially as a newcomer.
- Try several studios with drop-ins before committing to a pass.
- Base near the Old City or Nimman for the most studios within reach.
- Follow studios and wellness groups for workshops, community classes, and retreats.
For meditation alongside your practice, see our meditation and temple retreats guide, and the wellness hub for everything else.